RF Systems Engineer

Lockheed Martin

Job Details

The Special Programs Line of Business is seeking talented, highly motivated RF Systems engineers to join the development and build of the next generation of RF Payloads and Communication Systems.This engineer will be responsible for the development, design and analysis of end-to-end RF systems including high speed digital, antenna and RF components. Responsibilities include:- Becomes the Certified Principle Engineer responsible for the technical integrity of complex RF Payload Systems hardware for both in-house and supplier builds- Develop RF/communication payload specifications from government ICDs and flow requirements to RF system level to RF component, antenna and bus subsystems- Ensure the hardware meets all requirements and mission objectives- Perform analysis, modeling and simulation of end-to-end communication systems to verify performance- Support the build, test and verification of the RF/Communication system- Assist test engineering in writing detailed RF procedures, developing customized test equipment, and operating RF test equipment and analyzing and trending test results to preestablished limits- Responsible for developing and maintaining component specifications and interface control documents- Works with systems engineering to ensure meeting system level mission requirements for performance and other Technical Performance Measurement (TPM)s- Coordinates the review and approval of all contract Subcontractor Data Requirements List (SDRL)s and test data for acceptance of hardware delivered under the contract- Performs or coordinates integration, test and verification events to support system level requirements- Provides periodic status to senior program management and customers

Support new business and technology opportunities through RFI/RFP and internal investments

Desired skills- Masters or PhD degree, with emphasis on RF or Communications Engineering- Participation in multi-discipline teams (hardware/software) to produce advanced RF payloads and/or digital systems- Experience in managing subcontractors for hardware deliveriesAs a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories